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Erica carnea f. alba 'Whitehall'

winter heath heather

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5 year guarantee Perfect for pollinators
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Masses of white, urn-shaped flowers appear from January to March among bright green foliage. This winter heather has an upright and compact habit, making it a particularly suitable container plant. Try it in a pot near the house with winter-flowering pansies and early-flowering crocuses, where it will lift the spirits in the depths of winter.

In the garden Erica carnea f. alba 'Whitehall' looks best planted in bold drifts among other heathers, or beneath deciduous trees. As it tolerates mildly alkaline soil there's no need to use a special potting compost.

How to care for Erica carnea f. alba Whitehall:

Plant Erica in a sunny or partially shaded spot with well-drained soil, using a blend of ericaceous compost and well-rotted compost, and optionally add ericoid mycorrhizal fungi to the planting hole. Mulch lightly with ericaceous material to keep roots cool and moist.

During the growing season, water regularly and apply a half-strength balanced liquid fertiliser every four weeks. After flowering, trim the tips with shears or secateurs to remove dead flowers and encourage bushy growth, but avoid cutting into old wood as it may not resprout. Protect young plants from frost and only water in winter if the soil is dry.
Flowering period:
  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec
Eventual height:
0.3m
Eventual spread:
0.2m
Position:

Full sun

Rate of growth:

Average

Soil:

Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost

Hardiness:

Fully hardy

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